Ratiram Highlights Push To Reduce Food Import Bill Through Local Rice Production
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October 10, 2026
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On Saturday local farmers received 8 new varieties of rice, ahead of the new planting season.
Minister of Agriculture and Fisheries, Ravi Ratiram, says the move is geared towards reducing the food importation bill, pushing the consumption of locally grown, sustainable crops.
The Ministry of Agriculture and Fisheries is strengthening this country’s capacity to produce more of the food that we consume.
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